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$750,526$431 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $585,000 on Apr 18, 2018

1638 S LANE ST

SEATTLE, WA 98144
1
Beds
2
Baths
1,740 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,610 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$751K
$725K low$776K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$585,000 · Apr 18, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,428 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$801,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$505,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$296,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$737,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$801,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Triplex
CountyKING
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 40 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Washington Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Bailey Gatzert Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Garfield High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Seattle School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98144These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.310

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,242
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,774 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,497
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$145,101
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%

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How this home compares

1638 S Lane St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Central District
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Central District
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in King County
  • Older than 90% of homes in King County

What homes are worth in Seattle 98144

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$327K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Seattle 98144.

How it measures up in Seattle 98144

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Seattle 98144.

Estimated value$750,526
CheaperTypical $798,751Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$431
CheaperTypical $518Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area1,740 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,630 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size2,610 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,095 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1929
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 1638 S Lane St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral DistrictSeattle 98144King County
Estimated valuepricier than$750,52642% of homes42% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4319% of homes19% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,740 ft²67% of homes57% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,610 ft²39% of homes28% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than192940% of homes37% of homes10% of homes

About 1638 S Lane St

How much is 1638 S Lane St, Seattle, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1638 S Lane St, Seattle, WA is $750,526 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $725,056 to $775,996. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1638 S Lane St, Seattle, WA last sell?

1638 S Lane St, Seattle, WA last sold on Apr 18, 2018 for $585,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1638 S Lane St, Seattle, WA?

1638 S Lane St, Seattle, WA has 1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,740 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 1638 S Lane St, Seattle, WA built?

1638 S Lane St, Seattle, WA was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. It is a triplex home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1638 S Lane St, Seattle, WA?

1638 S Lane St, Seattle, WA is assigned to Washington Middle School (middle), rated A-; Bailey Gatzert Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Garfield High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Seattle School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1638 S Lane St, Seattle, WA compare to other homes in Seattle 98144?

Among the 9,847 homes in Seattle 98144, it is worth more than 42% of them ($750,526 against a typical $798,751), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($431 against a typical $518), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,740 ft² against a typical 1,630 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (2,610 ft² against a typical 4,095 ft²) and it is newer than 37% of them (1929 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of King County, it is worth more than 42% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1638 S Lane St, Seattle, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1638 S Lane St, Seattle, WA was $8,428. The county assessed it at $801,000.

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